1. Pocket Rocket MSR When campfires are unfeasible, the Pocket Rocket delivers a back-woods meal at stovetop speeds. And at three ounces, it’ll hardly bulge your pocket. $39.95 at msrcorp.com.

  2. Rainier Anti-Shock Trekking Poles Life-Link Telescoping trekking poles improve cardiovascular fitness and take weight off creaky knees. These spring-loaded ones take the shock from burly descents. $74.99 at life-link.com.

  3. Epic Comp Specialized Single-track mountain biking is exploding in popularity thanks to butt-friendly full-suspension frames that soften rocky trails. The “brain” of the Epic’s rear shock reacts to jolts but stays firm during climbs. $2,500 at specialized.com.

  4. Kinabalu Montrail Avid trail runners know pavement is a knee’s worst enemy. The Kinabalu wicks away sweat and offers stub protection with its reinforced toe box. $100 at montrail.com.